Iridomyrmex purpureus
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Description
The Iridomyrmex purpureus ant is a monogynous species with colony sizes of up to 50,000 individuals. They have a very fast development speed. The queen measures 14-17mm while workers measure 6-11mm. They have a violet to rusty red head and chest, black gaster with purple reflections, and a grayer queen. Their diet includes food insects such as cockroaches and crickets, as well as syrup made from water and honey.
Additional information
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Iridomyrmex purpureus
Colony Type: Monogyny
Colony Size: Up to 50 000 workers
Development Speed: fast
Size
- Queen: 14-17 mm
- Workers: 6-11 mm
Color: The Iridomyrmex purpureus showcases striking colors, including a violet to rusty red head and chest, with a black gaster reflecting purple hues.
Nutrition
- Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets) dead, or live if colony is big
- Syrup (a mixture of water and honey or sugar, with a ratio of 3 water:1)
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt, shrimps
- Honey
Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 30-50%, Nest: 40-60%
- Temperature: Arena: 20-30 °C, Nest: 22-26 °C
Recommended Nests for Breeding
- Acrylic Nests
- Earth
- Digfix
- YTONG
Aphaenogaster dulcineae
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